5-Day Safari And Hiking Usambara Mountains

Q: What type of wildlife can I expect to see?

You’re likely to see elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffalos, wildebeest, hippos, cheetahs, and many bird species. In Ngorongoro and Serengeti, you may even spot rhinos and leopards.

Q: Is the tour suitable for children?

Yes, the tour is family-friendly, but children under certain ages may have restrictions on long game drives. We advise discussing children’s ages in advance so we can tailor the trip accordingly.

Q: What is included in the tour cost?

Typically, the tour includes park entrance fees, accommodation, meals (full board), game drives, a professional English-speaking safari guide, drinking water, and all transfers. International flights, visas, travel insurance, tips, and personal expenses are usually excluded.

Q: What type of accommodation will I stay in?

You may stay in a mix of mid-range lodges, tented camps, or luxury lodges, depending on your budget. All accommodations are comfortable and located near or inside the national parks.

Q: How long are the game drives each day?

Game drives range from 3 to 6 hours depending on the day. Some days may have full-day drives, especially in Serengeti, while others involve shorter morning and afternoon drives.

Q: What should I pack for the 5-day safari?

Pack light clothing, a warm jacket for mornings/evenings, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, comfortable shoes, insect repellent, personal toiletries, and a camera or binoculars. Soft luggage bags are recommended.

Q: Is the tour private or group-based?

It can be either, depending on your booking. Private tours offer more flexibility, while group tours help reduce the cost by sharing a vehicle.

Q: When is the best time to go for this 5-day Tanzania safari?

The tour is available all year round. However, the best wildlife viewing is during the dry season (June–October). For migration viewing in Serengeti, timing varies: June–July for river crossings December–March for calving season

This trip will take you to Arusha NP, Mkomazi NP, and the Usambara mountains. In this way, you will experience wildlife and extraordinary nature in the mountains. You will see the wild dogs in Mkomazi NP, which are not very often seen in the other NP in Tanzania. The combination of safari and hiking ensures that you will experience Tanzania significantly.

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Day 01 :

Visiting Arusha National Park

After breakfast, the car will pick you up and drive you to Arusha National Park. Here, you will see giraffes, buffalo, zebras, wildebeest, and occasionally a lion. You will take a lunchbox, and the whole day can be a game drive. Or you can choose to hike for some hours with an armed ranger. Dinner will be served in Moshi in the BruBru lodge.

Day 02 :

On Your Way to Mkomazi National Park

After early breakfast, you will drive to Mkomazi National Park. It is a quiet but very interesting park due to the wild dogs which you will see here. Furtermore there is a rhino sanctuary which you can visited. You will stay overnight in the park where lunch and dinner will be served.

Day 03 :

Usambara Mountains

After an early breakfast, you'll enjoy a game drive in Mkomazi National Park is on the program, or visit the rhino sanctuary in the park. You will see a lot of wildlife in the park. In the afternoon, you will head to the Usambara mountains, a rainforest area where you will stay in a nice cottage.

Day 04 :

Hiking in the Usambara Mountains

Today, you will hike to Irente viewpoint, and a local guide will show you the beauty of the Usambara mountains. You'll see how they grow the banana plantations, how they produce the bricks, and enjoy the beautiful views at Irente viewpoint. You'll enjoy a local lunch at a small restaurant where they produce nice bread and cheese.

Day 05 :

Time to Return to Arusha

In the morning, there is time to rest or to do another hike in the Usambara Mountains, or just wander through Lushoto to feel the local life. After lunch, you will drive back to Arusha, where you will be dropped off wherever you want.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What destinations are covered on this 5-day Tanzania tour?

Most 5-day itineraries cover Tanzania’s top Northern Circuit parks such as Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara, Serengeti National Park, and Ngorongoro Crater. Your exact routing depends on the package you choose, but you can expect a mix of wildlife, scenery, and cultural experiences.

What type of wildlife can I expect to see?

You’re likely to see elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffalos, wildebeest, hippos, cheetahs, and many bird species. In Ngorongoro and Serengeti, you may even spot rhinos and leopards.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Yes, the tour is family-friendly, but children under certain ages may have restrictions on long game drives. We advise discussing children’s ages in advance so we can tailor the trip accordingly.

What is included in the tour cost?

Typically, the tour includes park entrance fees, accommodation, meals (full board), game drives, a professional English-speaking safari guide, drinking water, and all transfers. International flights, visas, travel insurance, tips, and personal expenses are usually excluded.

What type of accommodation will I stay in?

You may stay in a mix of mid-range lodges, tented camps, or luxury lodges, depending on your budget. All accommodations are comfortable and located near or inside the national parks.

How long are the game drives each day?

Game drives range from 3 to 6 hours depending on the day. Some days may have full-day drives, especially in Serengeti, while others involve shorter morning and afternoon drives.

What should I pack for the 5-day safari?

Pack light clothing, a warm jacket for mornings/evenings, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, comfortable shoes, insect repellent, personal toiletries, and a camera or binoculars. Soft luggage bags are recommended.

Is the tour private or group-based?

It can be either, depending on your booking. Private tours offer more flexibility, while group tours help reduce the cost by sharing a vehicle.

When is the best time to go for this 5-day Tanzania safari?

The tour is available all year round. However, the best wildlife viewing is during the dry season (June–October). For migration viewing in Serengeti, timing varies:

June–July for river crossings
December–March for calving season

5-Day Safari and Hiking Usambara Mountains

Itinerary

Cost

FAQs